Charity Listings
Here's a list of all the charities who are currently interested in speaking to runners. The users who are responsible for this data have all visited the site within the last 14 days. If you work for a charity, you can add your details here.
| Charity | Notes | Fetchie | |
| St Matthew's Childrens Fund Ethiopia | Hi, I'm running the Run to the Beat half marathon in October 2008 in aid of this charity. I heard about them through my local church and they are doing lots of good things. Although they are a Christian organisation, they help any child in need regardless of race or religion. I'm lucky enough to have 4 wonderful children and they are lucky enough to live in a comfortable home in the UK where they take food, water, electricity and education for granted. Not all families are so lucky, and without water, food and education communities cannot help themselves. this is the charity http://www.smcfethiopia. my fundraising page is at www.justgiving.com/helenjohnson6 many thanks | HellsBells | 7th May 2008 |
| Blue Cross | Hello, my name is Staff Sergeant Richard McEvoy (42 Engr Regt) and this year I am running the Flora London Marathon for Blue Cross, Britain's Animal Charity. Blue Cross specialise in Horses and domestic pets and help owners who sometimes are not able to treat their pets how they would like. I have just completed the Reading Half Marathon and in two days will be running in the Tri-Service/Fleet Half Marathon. My wife and I have adopted numerous kittens in the past whom have all grown to fiesty Queens. So if there are any animal lovers out there whom would love to sponsor me, please have a look at justgiving.com/richardmcevoy. Many thanks | Staff Mac | 14th Mar 2008 |
| Samaritans | Many years ago now, at one of the lowest points in my life, I was considering suicide. A nurse who was involved in helping me through that time suggested I plan some things I wanted to do before I die. One of those things was a marathon, but I never thought I'd really actually do it! I took up running just over 2 years ago now, and found I loved it. The idea of running a marathon came up again, and I've now got a place in the London marathon with the Samaritans. I chose the Samaritans because they helped me on so many occasions during those horrid, dark times. I know it sounds dramatic, but I might not have made it through if they hadn't been at the end of the phone. I've had depression off and on for many years, though right now things are going well (I believe running really helps me). I want the Samaritans to be there for other people too. Life is worth living, but when you are that low, it doesn't seem like it, and you so need someone to be able to talk to at those times. I know for me, I am now SO glad I made it. You can sponsor me at http://www.justgiving.com/susansfirstmarathon | TiggerSC | 26th Feb 2008 |
| NASS | National Ankylosing Spondylitis Society. As it says, a charity run by and for people with AS, a rheumatic condition affecting primarily the spine, and unfortunately I have it. Needless to say as running is not advisable I walk, quite fast, and don't let my condition hold me back too much. Am doing the Reading Half Marathon on 2nd March so if anyone would like to contribute to my sponsorship then please take a look at justgiving.com/sarahdobson43 | skiddy! | 22nd Feb 2008 |
| British Association for Fostering and Adoption (BAAF) | We are training and then running the London Marathon 2008. My brother and sister-in-law are currently in the process of adopting and so BAAF was the perfect choice. The charity are a massive support and inspiration to them and many other couples. We are both very excited about the addition/s to our family and are grateful that a charity like BAAF are there. You never know we may even have an extra supporter or two in April! BAAF is a UK-wide charity that helps find secure, loving families for children who can no longer live at home. BAAF's work begins while children are waiting to be fostered or adopted and influences every aspect of childcare in the UK. Our donation page is: www.justgiving.com/emandzoe | Em&Zoe | 29th Jan 2008 |
| ST JOHNS AMBULANCE | http://www.justgiving.com/tonygates1 Hi All As we all know St Johns Ambulance supports us runners in both local and national events this is our chance to repay them for their superb work - please look at the above site and sponsor me in the Edinburgh Marathon any donation will help them every pound makes a difference - by donating via this site you know the money is going direct to the charity and they will benefit from the tax man too . I m recovering from an achilles problem but will be going for a PB in this race my previous being Amsterdam in four and a half - how you ask - well I plan to lose one and a half stone in weight and the rest is up to the physio Please help me help St Johns THankyou Tony ( pearly) Gates | PEARLY | 22nd Jan 2008 |
| SANDS (Still Born & Neo Natal Death Society) | I will be taking part in this year's London Marathon after a prolonged "lay off" of 17 years. Last time I did it we didn't have a Socialist government and thinking about it we haven't now! I will be attempting to raise money for SANDS, in memory of our daughter who died 20 weeks into the pregnancy. Full details are at justgiving.com/garyjenkins All donations gratefully received. Thanks | Jenko | 22nd Jan 2008 |
| national autistic society | Im running my first half marathon at silverstone on the 9th march and im raising money for n.a.s.I chose this charity as my 10 year old son suffers from autistic spectrum disorder.My webpage is http://www.justgiving.com/callumfarmer | beck1 | 10th Jan 2008 |
| NSPCC | I'm running my first HALF MARATHON in Paris, March 2nd. You can sponsor me and help out the children by going here: http://www.justgiving.com/gms G | Norrin Radd | 8th Jan 2008 |
| Christie's A FUTURE WITHOUT CANCER...... | i do a lot work for them 5 years ago a very close family member got cancer thanks to them she still with us today still fighting she give me the will power to do all i do for this brill charity i raised over £500.00 this year the manchester 100 bike ride & blackpool bikeride i going to try something mad this year for 2008 not desided yet | martin run | 23rd Dec 2007 |
| Children With Leukaemia | I am running the London Flora Marathon 2008 for CHILDREN WITH LEUKAEMIA on the 13th of April 2008. My son (aged 8 now) was diagnosed with leukaemia in January 2005. He is still receiving treatment today. If you want to help save young lives, please sponsor me and visit this webpage: https://www.bmycharity.com/V2/beatleukaemia. Thank you. Thierry | Thierry 68 | 12th Dec 2007 |
| Wakefield Hospice | Charity Registration No 518392 Wakefield Hospice comprises of a 16-bed in-patient unit providing specialist symptom management and support for local patients and their families facing a terminal illness. Various services and therapies are offered through the Day Therapy Unit as well as providing a drop in service twice weekly. It requires £2.3 million annually As well as organising two 10k races in Wakefield we are also looking for support from runners who can raise funds from sponsorship by participating in other running events of any distance. If you are interested in supporting Wakefield Hospice contact the fundraising department on 01924 213900 or email Helen.Rowlands@wakefieldhospice.co.uk | HelenR | 27th Nov 2007 |
| The Lymphoma Association | Lymphoma Association Every hour of every day one person in the UK is diagnosed with lymphatic cancer. Lymphoma is the seventh most common cancer, but many people are unaware of it until diagnosed. The Lymphoma Association is the only UK charity specialising in information and support for patients and their families. Charity Registration No 1068395 I have a paid for slot in the UK Ironman 2008 and am hoping to raise money for the Lymphoma Association being a lymphoma patient in remission I know what good work they do for both patients and their families http://www.justgiving.com/markwherryukim | Blackbird | 23rd Nov 2007 |
| Children with Leukaemia | I'm running the New York City Marathon on 4th November 2007, please sponsor me if you want to help make the lives of kids with cancer a little bit better. https://www.bmycharity.com/V2/event.aspx?e=56b22756-21f2-4bf4-bfe6-a43a47a1bb06 Thanks Blakey ;-) | Blakey 26.2 RRC | 30th Oct 2007 |
| Asthma UK | Raised £766.20 for Asthma UK for the BUPA Great North Run 2007 http://www.justgiving.com/BlakeyGNR07 | Blakey 26.2 RRC | 30th Oct 2007 |
| Kidney Research UK | Raised £4,043.20 for Kidney Research UK for the London Marathon 2007 http://www.justgiving.com/Blakey2007 | Blakey 26.2 RRC | 30th Oct 2007 |
| Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation | The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation is the only charity in the UK dedicated to the eradication of lung cancer. Based in Liverpool and Glasgow it concentrates on defeating lung cancer by research, campaigning and education; provides practical and emotional support for patients and all those affected by lung cancer; as well as enabling children and young people to make informed decisions about smoking and the tobacco industry. Starting from nothing in 1990 the charity leads the world in the fight against lung cancer. For more info visit www.roycastle.org The Foundation is actively seeking support from runners who can raise funds from sponsorship by participating in the many local runs up and down the country as well as the big headline events. If you are interested in wearing the charity's bright yellow vest and fighting lung cancer contact Clare Trevorrow on 0871 220 5398 or f mail me. | Doctor K | 14th Oct 2007 |
| Spinal Injuries Association | Every day three people somewhere in the UK damage their spinal cord and become paralysed. The impact of sudden paralysis on individuals and their families can be devastating. SIA's remit is to provide crucial specialist help to rebuild lives - today and for every day it is needed. We hope fetch runners will consider joining Team SIA and help us raise much needed funds to provide support services to over 40,000 people in the UK with a Spinal Cord Injury. As Official Charity of the 2008 Flora London Marathon we have over 300 Golden Bond places and we have places in many other races too. Please feel free to contact us on 0845 071 4350 or email teamsia@spinal.co.uk for more information. Also see the thread the New Spinal Injuries in discussion topics for allthe latest news. | Tri Mikey 322 places a filling | 6th Aug 2007 |